We cannot pass judgment upon interior motives of others, but the harmful actions detailed in the article are rightfully judged to be wrong. Instead of blaming the particular religious principles involved, KantianBurke tried diverting the blame to religious zeal in general. This unfairly implicates the zealous of other religions who do not share the religious principles that are directly responsible for the harm.
I think perhaps our exchange of views boils down to a simple difference of opinion in the definition of the word ‘zealous’. If by zealous, we are referring to passionate, fully-committed and enthusiastic, then I agree with you entirely. My core point was merely that (and I have seen this from personal experience on many occasions) it is very possible to be ‘over-zealous’, even in service of a noble, just or praiseworthy cause. When this occurs, we risk alienating people and betraying our own cause, doing more harm than good.
Fanatics and over-zealous proponents are found in every creed and nation - though admittedly in some more than others!
Have a nice day.